"noble, of noble kind"
Origin: Germanic
Language: English
Alicia
Pronunciation: [ uhl-IHSH-uh ]
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Meaning & Origin
"of noble birth"
Origin: Old French via Latin
Language: Spanish
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The Story of Alicia
Alicia is a Latinate form of Alice, itself derived from the Old French Aalis, a contraction of the Germanic Adalheidis, composed of adal (noble) and heid (kind, sort, type). This lineage connects Alicia to a long line of noble women across European history. The name spread throughout the Spanish-speaking world after medieval contact with French and Provençal culture, becoming especially beloved in Latin America.
Alicia experienced strong popularity in the United States during the 1960s-1980s, buoyed by the fame of singer Alicia Keys in the early 2000s. In Spanish-speaking countries, it has remained a consistently beloved classic name for generations.
In Spanish-speaking cultures, Alicia is considered a refined, elegant name with aristocratic associations. The beloved fairy-tale character Alice in Wonderland has given the name literary prestige across many languages and cultures.
Historical Record
Alicia first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 218,911 babies have been named Alicia in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Alicia is past its peak , currently ranked #436 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Alicia is the Spanish form of Alice and has been used continuously in Spain since the Middle Ages
- Alicia Keys (born Alicia Augello-Cook) brought fresh attention to the name in the 2000s
Alicia in Other Languages
Arabic
أليسيا
French
Alice
German
Alice
Italian
Alicia
Spanish
Alicia
Japanese
アリシア
Popularity Over Time
#436
Current Rank
Stable
Trend
Peaked 1984
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Alicia
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Alicia Keys
Musician
1981
Grammy Award-winning American singer-songwriter and pianist known for hits like 'Fallin'' and 'Girl on Fire'
A
Alicia Silverstone
Actor
1976
American actress famous for her role as Cher in the 1995 film Clueless
A
Alicia Florrick Fictional
Other
Protagonist of the CBS legal drama 'The Good Wife,' a brilliant attorney navigating politics and law
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 4
- Popularity Rank
- #436
- Total SSA Count
- 708
- Cultural Origins
- Spanish English Italian Portuguese
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Ali
Ally
Licia
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Middle Names for Alicia
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Frequently Asked Questions About Alicia
What does the name Alicia mean?
"noble, of noble kind" (from Germanic). "of noble birth" (from Old French via Latin). Alicia is a Latinate form of Alice, itself derived from the Old French Aalis, a contraction of the Germanic Adalheidis, composed of adal (noble) and heid (kind, sort, type). This lineage connects Alicia to a long line of noble women across European history. The name spread throughout the Spanish-speaking world after medieval contact with French and Provençal culture, becoming especially beloved in Latin America.
What is the origin of the name Alicia?
Alicia has Germanic, Old French via Latin, Spanish, English, Italian, and Portuguese origins. In Germanic, it means "noble, of noble kind". In Old French via Latin, it means "of noble birth".
Is Alicia a boy or girl name?
Alicia is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #436. As a boy name, it is ranked #31532. Alicia is more commonly used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Alicia?
Alicia is pronounced uhl-IHSH-uh.
How popular is the name Alicia?
Alicia is currently ranked #436 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Alicia?
Common nicknames for Alicia include Ali, Ally, and Licia.
What are good middle names for Alicia?
Popular middle name pairings include Alicia Rose, Alicia Marie, Alicia Grace, Alicia Jane, Alicia Mae, and Alicia Renee.
What are good sibling names for Alicia?
Names that pair well with Alicia as siblings include Sophia, Isabella, Marco, Julian, Bianca, and Diego.
How many syllables does Alicia have?
Alicia has 4 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Alicia a common or rare name?
Alicia is a popular name, ranked #436 for girls. It is well-known without being overused.
What girl names are similar to Alicia?
Are there other spellings for Alicia?
Related spellings include Alice.
About the Name Alicia
Alicia is a girl name with Spanish, English, Italian, and Portuguese origins . The name means "noble, of noble kind" in Germanic .
Is Alicia a boy or girl name? Alicia is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #436 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #31,532. Alicia is more commonly used as a girl name.
Alicia is currently ranked #436 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Alicia has 4 syllables and is pronounced uhl-IHSH-uh, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Alicia include Ali, Ally, and Licia. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Alicia include Alice . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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